Your Guide to Hilton Head Island’s Diverse Wildlife

Hilton Head Island was recently voted #1 Island in the Continental U.S. by Travel & Leisure magazine – with over 12 miles of sunny beaches, hundreds of fantastic restaurants and bars, and picturesque landscapes. The lowcountry is also home to an abundance of wildlife – from the iconic American alligator, to the elegant Great Egret. A trip to Hilton Head is the perfect time to enjoy nature, and spot some beautiful animals in their natural habitats. Here you’ll find details about the local critters, where to go for the best views, and a fun checklist for the whole family to keep track of what you’ve seen!

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Low Country Day Tripping

By Erin Laytham Lentz

If you’re lucky enough to be spending your vacation nestled on Hilton Head Island, you will be equally enticed by some of the day trips that await in and around the region called the Low Country. There are points of interest that will enthrall any traveler’s recreational pursuits, from shopping, boating, dining, exploring and the arts. The Low Country locations of the south have a certain way of charming its’ visitors with its emblematic characteristics like the signature live oaks with Spanish Moss, sweet tea, barbecue, shrimp & grits, grand architecture and rich history. Many of these popular destinations are strongly influenced by Gullah traditions including storytelling, cuisine, crafts, farming and fishing traditions. The Gullah early ancestors were brought to the SC & Georgia Low Country through the ports of Charleston and Savannah as slaves. Here are some of the local and visitor favorites:

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